Huawei launches IDEOS X1 smartphone in Australia

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Leading telecom solutions provider Huawei has today launched the latest model in its line of affordable Android powered smartphones.

The all-new IDEOS X1 runs on Google’s Android 2.2 operating system, combining advanced technical capabilities with an updated user interface and a sleeker handset than its predecessor. The innovative IDEOS X1 is available for under $100 with Optus.

“The IDEOS X1 is the perfect choice for consumers wanting a smartphone that gives them quick and easy access to all the apps they love, without draining their wallets,” said Huawei Devices Head of Marketing, Mark Treadwell. “Running Android 2.2 and weighing only 100 grams, the IDEOS X1 offers a better experience than other entry-level smartphones – both practically and aesethically.”

The IDEOS X1 will be available only through Optus from 1 July for RRP$99 on pre-paid. Gavin Williams, Marketing Director, Optus Consumer says, “We're very pleased to be offering our customers an affordable and highly impressive Android Smartphone. Devices such as the X1 from Huawei really demonstrate the range of smartphone options which are available on the Android platform, as well as the quality handsets which are available across a range of price points for both pre-paid and post-paid customers.”

“With some of the great value offers available from Optus pre-paid, the Android smartphone experience is now something that a huge range of customers can experience,” he said.

For less than $100, the Huawei IDEOS X1 is packed with features, including:

“The IDEOS X1 is the perfect choice for consumers wanting a smartphone that gives them quick and easy access to all the apps they love, without draining their wallets,” said Huawei Devices Head of Marketing, Mark Treadwell. “Running Android 2.2 and weighing only 100 grams, the IDEOS X1 offers a better experience than other entry-level smartphones – both practically and aesethically.”